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Archived News of Frank's Field of Dreams

"The Old Reflector"
"End of Era."
After launching this website project back in the summer of
2003, and having this domain name the last five years, I
never imagined that this website could get this far, it gave
me opportunities to met lots of people I never expected see,
however I have made a decision of not having anymore
weekly updates for the 2010 season at the homepage, other
pages will still be updated once in a while and this site will
continue to be running to serve as helpful reference purposes.
(12/31)

"Godzilla to Rival?"
Hideki Matsui previously was rumored of playing for
Hanshin Tigers next season, his former team in Japan
Yomiuri Giants' biggest rival, now after his stock raise
dramatically after putting up big offensive numbers
he is considered to be an option for Boston Red Sox
next season? While I am entertained by the idea, I still
feel there will be no Godzilla in Red Sox uniform next
season, since Matsui's knee is not going to be capable
playing the outfield and the DH spot belongs to David Ortiz.
(11/12)
Matsui a possibility for Red Sox

"Far East Express."
Japanese reliever Ryota Igarashi, who can bring the heat
to almost 99 mph is looking forward to pitch in the Major League,
he hired the same agent that Hideki Matsui have to represent him.

Below is the video where Igarashi threw 158 km three straight times.

(11/9)
Hard-throwing reliever aims to leave Japan

"Dodger Donation."
Hiroki Kuroda donated $100,000 to the Los Angeles Dodgers'
Dream Foundation for the second consecutive year, some of
the money will also go to ThinkCure! the team's official charity.
(11/6)
Kuroda makes donation to fight cancer

"Next Season?"
While winning a ring this season despite not being
able to contribute much, Chien-Ming Wang's future
with the organization is still a big question mark.
(11/6)
Wang's future at crossroads with Yankees

"MVP Matsui."
Congratulations to New York Yankees winning their
27th World Series. Hideki Matsui put up big numbers
at the plate, and he became the first DH, and Japanese
player to be honored and named MVP of the World Series.
(11/5)
Postgame interview with Hideki Matsui
Statsui: MVP delivers jaw-dropping numbers

"League/Team Switch."
After three seasons with Tampa Bay Rays,
Akinori Iwamura is traded to Pittsburgh Pirates.
(11/3)
Report: Pirates set to trade for Iwamura
Bucs acquire Rays' Iwamura for Chavez

"Matsui Matters."
Hideki Matsui is a key in New York Yankees' success
during 2009 World Series, he has hit well against
Pedro Martinez in the past and he answered some Q &A.
(11/3)
Game 4 pregame interview With Hideki Matsui
Stick figures: Matsui, Tex, Cano

"Outfield Outing?"
With a few knee operations these last couple years,
Hideki Matsui has been the full-time DH this season,
however that could change as the 2009 World Series
heading to Philadelphia, and Matsui, who is hitting well,
will either have to play the outfield, or come off the bench.
(10/30)
Outfield a possibility for Yanks' Matsui

"Kikuchi Decides."
Yusei Kikuchi will stay in Japan and is expected to be the first
pick during the Japanese baseball's amateur players draft.
(10/25)
High schooler Kikuchi to remain in Japan

"Mariners' Moves."
Japanese stud amateur pitcher Yusei Kikuchi is on
several MLB teams' radar, including Seattle Mariners.

Kenji Johjima's main reason why he decided to go back
playing in Japan was based on playing time, he felt his
time behind the plate will be greater for a team in Japan
than staying with Seattle Mariners. Ichiro was named
to the Sporting News' American League All-Star team,
the 4th time in his 9 year career that he is selected.
(10/22)
Mariners among clubs pursuing Kikuchi
Playing time prompted Johjima's move
Ichiro named to SN All-Star team

"One & Done."
New York Mets released Ken Takahashi, who pitched
this year fairly well in both AAA-Buffalo and the Mets.
(10/20)
Mets release Takahashi

"Say it Ain't So, Joh."
With his prime days behind the plate already gone,
Kenji Johjima has decided to opts out of his contract
so he can finish his career back home in Japan.
(10/19)
Johjima opts out of contract

"Dodgers Notes."
Hiroki Kuroda got lit up and exited the game after
only 1 1/3 innings. Los Angeles Dodgers falls to
Philadelphia Phillies 11 - 0. On an off the field news,
the organization sent assistant GM Logan White to
Japan and meet with pitching phenom Yusei Kikuchi.
(10/19)
Kuroda makes no excuses for ugly loss
Kuroda, LA overwhelmed in Game 3 rout
Dodgers interested in Kikuchi

Southpaw Hong-Chih Kuo is a key member of the
Los Angeles Dodgers' bullpen, he has been in the
organization longer than any other current players.
(10/18)
Pitching in playoffs no small feat for Kuo

Hiroki Kuroda will start in Game 3 of the NLCS.
(10/17)
Kuroda perseveres to get Game 3 nod

"Konichiwa Kikuchi."
Cleveland Indians and Boston Red Sox are two of
about dozen MLB teams interested in the service
of Japanese amateur pitcher, Yusei Kikuchi.
(10/15)
Tribe interested in Japanese prep star
Japanese prep pitcher in high demand

"50/50."
Hiroki Kuroda missed his last regular season start
with a herniated disc will pitch a simulated game at
Arizona against Los Angeles Dodgers' instructional
league players. If all went well, Kuroda is expected
to pitch again this season in the NLCS for the team.
(10/12)
Kuroda may be back in NLCS mix

"Dice in 'Pen."
Daisuke Matsuzaka will pitch as a reliever
during the postseason for Boston Red Sox.
(10/11)
Dice-K ready for Sox out of the bullpen

"Matsui Matters."
Hideki Matsui has filled in nicely for New York Yankees this
season at DH, he continued to hit well in the postseason.
(10/9)
Even in playoffs, Matsui defying age
Girardi elects to keep Matsui at DH

"Happy Hopes."
Despite being injured and did contributed any this
season for New York Yankees, Chien-Ming Wang is
still with the team heading into the playoffs. Wang
hope to still wearing the pinstripes for the 2010 season.
(10/8)
Wang happy to be with Yanks for playoffs

"New & Improved."
Daisuke Matsuzaka finished up the regular season strong, since
coming back from the 60-day DL, he is 3 - 1 with ERA of 2.22, he
pitched 6 innings, gave up 2 runs on 5 hits and 3 walks to go with
7 strikeouts in Boston Red Sox's 6 - 2 win over Cleveland Indians.
(10/3)
Dice-K tunes up for playoffs with victory

"Injury Bugs."
Both Hiroki Kuroda and Kenji Johjima are not
100% healthy as the season wraps within a week.
(10/2)
Kuroda out of final regular-season start
Neck injury sidelines Kuroda for NLDS
Johjima pulled after being plunked